The Keithley 2614B is a dual-channel System SourceMeter (SMU) instrument designed for benchtop and laboratory applications. It integrates a highly stable voltage and current source with high-precision measurements of voltage, current, and resistance in a 2U half-rack chassis.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | GPIB, LAN (LXI Class C), USB 2.0 (Device and Host) |
| Display | Dual-line vacuum fluorescent display (VFD) |
| Warm-up Time | 2 hours |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 240 VA |
| Temperature Coefficient | ±(0.15 × accuracy specification) per °C (0 °C to 18 °C and 28 °C to 50 °C) |
| Cooling | Forced air, variable speed |
| Recommended Calibration Interval | 1 year |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100 V to 240 V AC, 50 Hz to 60 Hz, 240 VA max. |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to 50 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 213 mm × 89 mm × 460 mm |
| Weight | 5.5 kg |
| Form Factor | 2U half-rack |
System Configuration
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Channels | 2 |
| Maximum Output Power | 60.6 W (30.3 W per channel) |
| Maximum Voltage Limit | 200 V DC |
| Maximum Current Limit | 1.5 A DC |
| Sensing Modes | 2-wire local and 4-wire remote sensing |
| Maximum Common Mode Voltage | 250 V DC |
Voltage Source
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage Source Ranges | 200 mV, 2 V, 20 V, 200 V |
| Voltage Source Programming Resolution (200 mV Range) | 5 µV |
| Voltage Source Programming Resolution (2 V Range) | 50 µV |
| Voltage Source Programming Resolution (20 V Range) | 500 µV |
| Voltage Source Programming Resolution (200 V Range) | 5 mV |
| Voltage Source Accuracy (200 mV Range) | 0.02% + 375 µV |
| Voltage Source Accuracy (2 V Range) | 0.02% + 600 µV |
| Voltage Source Accuracy (20 V Range) | 0.02% + 5 mV |
| Voltage Source Accuracy (200 V Range) | 0.02% + 50 mV |
Current Source
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Source Ranges | 100 nA, 1 µA, 10 µA, 100 µA, 1 mA, 10 mA, 100 mA, 1 A, 1.5 A, 10 A |
| Current Source Programming Resolution (100 nA Range) | 2 pA |
| Current Source Programming Resolution (1 µA Range) | 20 pA |
| Current Source Programming Resolution (10 µA Range) | 200 pA |
| Current Source Programming Resolution (100 µA Range) | 2 nA |
| Current Source Programming Resolution (1 mA Range) | 20 nA |
| Current Source Programming Resolution (10 mA Range) | 200 nA |
| Current Source Programming Resolution (100 mA Range) | 2 µA |
| Current Source Programming Resolution (1.5 A Range) | 50 µA |
| Current Source Accuracy (100 nA Range) | 0.06% + 100 pA |
| Current Source Accuracy (1 µA Range) | 0.03% + 800 pA |
| Current Source Accuracy (10 µA Range) | 0.03% + 5 nA |
| Current Source Accuracy (100 µA Range) | 0.03% + 60 nA |
| Current Source Accuracy (1 mA Range) | 0.03% + 500 nA |
| Current Source Accuracy (10 mA Range) | 0.03% + 5 µA |
| Current Source Accuracy (100 mA Range) | 0.03% + 50 µA |
| Current Source Accuracy (1.5 A Range) | 0.06% + 4 mA |
Voltage Measure
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage Measurement Ranges | 200 mV, 2 V, 20 V, 200 V |
| Voltage Measurement Resolution (200 mV Range) | 100 nV |
| Voltage Measurement Resolution (2 V Range) | 1 µV |
| Voltage Measurement Resolution (20 V Range) | 10 µV |
| Voltage Measurement Resolution (200 V Range) | 100 µV |
| Voltage Measurement Accuracy (200 mV Range) | 0.015% + 225 µV |
| Voltage Measurement Accuracy (2 V Range) | 0.015% + 350 µV |
| Voltage Measurement Accuracy (20 V Range) | 0.015% + 5 mV |
| Voltage Measurement Accuracy (200 V Range) | 0.015% + 50 mV |
| Voltage Measurement Input Impedance | > 10 GΩ (on 200 mV and 2 V ranges) |
Current Measure
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Measurement Ranges | 100 nA, 1 µA, 10 µA, 100 µA, 1 mA, 10 mA, 100 mA, 1 A, 1.5 A |
| Current Measurement Resolution (100 nA Range) | 100 fA |
| Current Measurement Resolution (1 µA Range) | 1 pA |
| Current Measurement Resolution (10 µA Range) | 10 pA |
| Current Measurement Resolution (100 µA Range) | 100 pA |
| Current Measurement Resolution (1 mA Range) | 1 nA |
| Current Measurement Resolution (10 mA Range) | 10 nA |
| Current Measurement Resolution (100 mA Range) | 100 nA |
| Current Measurement Resolution (1.5 A Range) | 1 µA |
| Current Measurement Accuracy (100 nA Range) | 0.05% + 100 pA |
| Current Measurement Accuracy (1 µA Range) | 0.025% + 500 pA |
| Current Measurement Accuracy (10 µA Range) | 0.025% + 1.5 nA |
| Current Measurement Accuracy (100 µA Range) | 0.02% + 25 nA |
| Current Measurement Accuracy (1 mA Range) | 0.02% + 200 nA |
| Current Measurement Accuracy (10 mA Range) | 0.02% + 2.5 µA |
| Current Measurement Accuracy (100 mA Range) | 0.02% + 20 µA |
| Current Measurement Accuracy (1.5 A Range) | 0.05% + 3.5 mA |
Dynamic & Sweep
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Sweep Rate | 20,000 readings/s (to memory) |
| A/D Converter Type | Integrating |
| Integration Time Range | 0.001 PLC to 25 PLC |
| Reading Buffer Capacity | 140,000 readings |
Software & Control
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Command Languages | TSP (Test Script Processor) |
| Embedded Software | TSB Express |
| Command Emulation | Not supported |
Connectivity & Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Rear Panel Connectors | 8-pin quick-disconnect terminal blocks |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -25 °C to +65 °C |
| Operating Humidity | 0% to 70% RH (0 °C to 35 °C), derate 3% RH/°C up to 50 °C (non-condensing) |
| Maximum Operating Altitude | 2000 m |
| Vibration | MIL-PRF-28800F Class 3 Random |
Protection
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Overvoltage Protection | User-programmable, 0 V to 210 V |
Source Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage Source Noise (10 Hz - 20 MHz) | < 20 mV p-p, < 3 mV RMS (typical, 20 V range) |
Measurement Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Common Mode Isolation | > 1 GΩ, < 4500 pF (typical) |
Pulsed Capability
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Pulsed Current | 10 A (at 20 V range) |
| Minimum Pulse Width | 100 µs |
| Maximum Pulse Duty Cycle | 10% |
Connectivity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| TSP-Link Expansion Interface | Not supported |
| Front Panel USB Host Support | USB flash drives for storage, script loading, and firmware upgrades |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Contact Check Function | Not supported |
| High-Capacitance Mode | Supported |
| A/D Converter Resolution | 24-bit |
| Maximum Voltage Between Force and Sense | 3 V |
| Maximum Sense Lead Resistance | 10 Ω per lead |
| Source/Measure Overrange | 101% of source range, 102% of measure range |
| Voltage Source Line Regulation | 0.01% of range |
| Voltage Source Load Regulation | 0.01% of range + 100 µV |
| Current Source Line Regulation | 0.01% of range |
| Current Source Load Regulation | 0.01% of range + 100 pA |
Inputs & Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Output Connectors | Quick-disconnect screw terminal blocks |
Power Supply
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Line Frequency | 50 Hz / 60 Hz |
| Input Voltage Range | 100 V to 240 V AC (auto-sensing) |
Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Safety Compliance | Conforms to European Union Low Voltage Directive; UL61010-1 |
| EMC Compliance | Conforms to European Union EMC Directive |
Technology
Source Measure Unit (SMU)
Applications
Precision DC sourcing and measurement, semiconductor device characterization, component testing, and material testing.